What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Somerset?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Somerset is to bus which costs £11 - £25 and takes 2h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Somerset?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Somerset is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Huntworth Lane M5 via Public Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Taunton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Somerset?

The distance between Cardiff and Somerset is 75 miles. The road distance is 70.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Somerset without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Somerset without a car is to bus which takes 2h 28m and costs £11 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Somerset?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Cardiff to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Somerset bus from?

Cardiff to Somerset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Somerset train from?

Cardiff to Somerset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Somerset?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Somerset is to bus which takes 2h 28m and costs £11 - £25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Cardiff to Somerset bus arrive?

Cardiff to Somerset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Public Transport Interchange station.

Where does the Cardiff to Somerset train arrive?

Cardiff to Somerset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Taunton station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Somerset is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Cardiff to Somerset.

Where can I stay near Somerset?

There are 962+ hotels available in Somerset.

Cardiff to Somerset - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 20 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Somerset by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Park Place to Public Transport Interchangebus 216
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Huntworth Lane M5bus Fal
2h 28m
£12–25
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Castle Way to Shovel Lanebus 21A / ...
2h 31m
Drive 70.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Somersetcar 70.4 mi
1h 22m
£18–25
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tauntontrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2h 45m
£35–75
Train, line 20 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Weston-super-Maretrain
2. Take the bus from Weston-super-Mare Station to Swimming Poolbus 20
3. Take the bus from Sea View Road to Baymead Lanebus 21A / ...
3h 45m

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Distance: 74.8 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Somerset, England?

You can take a bus from Park Place to Huntworth Lane M5 via Public Transport Interchange in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Taunton hourly. Tickets cost £35–75 and the journey takes 1h 54m.

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